Fun Things to Do with Kids in San Jose
Whatever the weather is doing, San Jose has options. We track 65 places to take kids across the area, including museums & educational attractions (18), bounce & plays (6) and children's museums (6).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around San Jose. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Indoor activities for kids in San Jose
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 29 indoor places to choose from. Museums and indoor playgrounds are the usual answer, and both work at short notice.
Free things to do with kids in San Jose
A good share of what is on this page costs nothing. 18 of the places we list are free to visit, which makes a short trip perfectly reasonable when attention spans are short.
Best places by age in San Jose
Splash pads, wading pools and indoor play areas suit toddlers, because they are shallow, close by and easy to leave early. Older children get more out of the hands-on museums and the bigger play structures.
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Popular places in San Jose
San Jose Museum of Art is an art museum located in San Jose, California, offering free admission for youth 17 years and under, college students, and teachers with…
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The Tech Interactive is a museum in San Jose featuring hands-on exhibits, IMAX films, and laser shows in the Bay Area's only IMAX Dome Theater. Families can…
Tech Interactive is a children's museum in San Jose, CA that features hands-on exhibits, IMAX films, and laser shows in the Bay Area's only IMAX Dome Theater…
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World's only dedicated quilt museum; colorful family-friendly exhibitions; SOFA district
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The first museum in the United States to focus exclusively on quilts and textiles as an art form, the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles will celebrate its 45th…
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Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose is a children's museum located in San Jose, California, where families can explore interactive exhibits designed for young…
SAP Center at San Jose is a multi-purpose arena in San Jose that hosts nearly 100 sporting events annually, including more than 40 San Jose Sharks regular season…
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Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in San Jose?
We list 65 kid-friendly places in San Jose, led by museums & educational attractions (18) and bounce & plays (6). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in San Jose for free?
18 of the places we list in San Jose are free to visit, including playgrounds, splash pads and several outdoor spaces.
Where can you take kids in San Jose when it is raining?
There are 29 indoor places in San Jose, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.